Some of these issues we have identified are: Not Enough Power Many times people will want to add a large draw electrical item such as a Spa, Air Conditioning, Kiln, etc. The problem they encounter may be that their existing electrical panel does not have enough power to run the house and the new item. This will many times lead to a service upgrade. One of the many benefits of an upgrade of an older service panel is the new service panel will be grounded. Grounding is very important for many of the electronic devices we use in our homes today (computers, plasma screens televisions, kitchen appliances, etc.) Many times a 200-amp service upgrade can be performed for about $2000. Too few receptacles in living spaces Generally older homes have only one or two outlets in a room. With all today’s electronics, there are generally not enough places to plug in our electronics. We tend to see unsafe extension cords as a permanent solution. Many times we can add a receptacle to a room for about $100. Too few receptacles in the Kitchen Generally older homes have only a couple outlets in the kitchen. With all today’s kitchen appliances, there are generally not enough places to plug in our appliances. We tend to see cords draped across countertops to plug in the refrigerator, oven or other appliance. Many times we can add a receptacle to your kitchen for about $100 Circuits overloaded Many times so many things are on the same electrical circuit that people have to be careful of what electrical items they are using at the same time. Many times we can add a new circuit for about $120 (Breaker types and styles can affect this cost) Inadequate lighting In many homes we find that there is little or no overhead lighting. When a lighting fixture is present, people tend to screw in a high wattage lamp that many time runs hotter then the fixture was designed to handle. This can cause a fire hazard. We can replace an existing lighting fixture with a new customer provided lighting fixture usually with a minimum service call fee. We can generally add a new customer provided lighting fixture with a new switch with for about $150. Install recessed lighting Many people want to make their home look more modern. One way to achieve this is to add recessed lighting. Recessed lighting fixtures tend to provide a clean smooth look to the ceiling. In many cases we can add a recessed fixture to your home for as little as $120 including the fixture. Exposed wires A very common occurrence is to see surface mounted exposed wires. These wires are generally cable television wires or telephone wires, and sometimes even electrical wires. Outside exposed wires are subject to the elements and animals that like to chew on the wire. We even see surface mounted wiring inside homes often going up and over doorways or under carpets. What many people don’t know is that many of these unsightly wires actually carry an electrical current that can possibly hurt you or your pet. It is usually very easy to contain these wires within the walls, basements, and attic areas.
Posted on: Wed, 04 Sep 2013 14:10:57 +0000